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Texas Tech senior defensive back Cole Wisniewski was named to the Comeback Player of the Year watch list, as he plans to make his return from injury this season.

Utah Utes football standouts Levani Damuni and Michael Mokofisi have been named to the preseason watch list for the 2025 Comeback Player of the Year Award, the

Arsenal Women and Spanish international Mariona Caldentey has been crowned the PFA Player of the Year for the 2024/25 campaign. The award was announced on August 19, following what was an outstanding debut season in North London.

Nominees include players from the upcoming 2025-26 MHSAA volleyball season who are expected to have an impact on their teams.

Navy football's junior safety, Seth English, has been named to the watch list for the Comeback Player of the Year Award, a significant honor for the 6-foot-3, 1